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Bus Driver Resources


Bus drivers play an important role in a school district! Not only do bus drivers help transport our students safely to and from school, but they also transport our students to athletic events, concerts, field trips, and many other school related activities and events. Our bus drivers are the first face many of our families and students see each morning as they get ready for the day.  

Benefits of Working for a School District

- Flexible schedule
- Overtime pay
- Health benefits
- Personal days
- Sick days
- School Employees Retirement System
- Attend athletic events/field trips
- Work with kids

Six Easy Steps to Getting you on the Road!

There are a number of steps an individual has to complete before they can drive a bus with students…but don’t worry! The North Olmsted Transportation Department will help you navigate through these steps.

1. Obtain a CDL school bus learners permit
2. Complete human resources welcoming process (background check, drug test, etc.)
3. Complete Ohio Department of Education bus driver class (paid for by the district)
4. Driver training (with North Olmsted trainer)
5. Take the state driving test for CDL B license
6. Pass the pre-service test (given by North Olmsted trainer)


Contact Information

David Leigh
Supervisor of Transportation
(440) 588-5328 
 
Mike Ptacek
Director of Business Services
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